Comments on: Nielsen Ratings for Jericho

By: colby anderson

colby anderson — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 22:34:31 +0000

The Jericho rating died because people were breaking the law and watching it on the computer, this was a great show and just what american needed to help recover from 911

JERICHO WILL LIVE ON

By: anonymous

anonymous — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 19:13:35 +0000

Yay!!! Jericho is dead.

By: anonymous

anonymous — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 19:13:35 +0000

Yay!!! Jericho is dead.

By: Is Jericho the Show That Wouldn’t Die? « TV Angel

Is Jericho the Show That Wouldn’t Die? « TV Angel — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 07:41:17 +0000

[...] steady decline in ratings notwithstanding, Jericho has a dedicated following. Fans of the show have once already pulled [...]

By: Everett Williams

Everett Williams — Sat, 05 Apr 2008 15:23:30 +0000

Please go here and vote.

Lets see if we can unite again and bring back Jericho.

We need the still 7 million viewers to go here and sign. Numbers always count regardless of what they want you to believe. But we need your numbers not someone elses.

By: Everett Williams

Everett Williams — Sat, 05 Apr 2008 15:23:30 +0000

Please go here and vote.

Lets see if we can unite again and bring back Jericho.

We need the still 7 million viewers to go here and sign. Numbers always count regardless of what they want you to believe. But we need your numbers not someone elses.

By: VICKI MCCARTHY

VICKI MCCARTHY — Sun, 30 Mar 2008 19:37:06 +0000

I agree, Neilson in so antiquated it should be dumped, not Jericho. It would be easier and more reliable for the cable and satellite industries to monitor the channels viewed at any given hour, with the household’s permission that is.

By: VICKI MCCARTHY

VICKI MCCARTHY — Sun, 30 Mar 2008 19:37:06 +0000

By: Kristy

Kristy — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 02:04:27 +0000

I just sent a letter to the Sci-Fi channel, asking them to pick up Jericho-via snail mail (per request at their website).

Personally I am tired of the Nielsen Family choosing what I can and can’t watch that I don’t really watch much tv at all anymore. But until more people let the networks and cable channels know what they’re watching, again via snail mail, skewed ratings will be the death of many decent programs.

The sad thing is, Jericho was really something different. We’ve had cop shows, detective shows, reality shows, game shows and inane comedies shoved down our throats for so long the shows like this are a refreshing change of pace.

I have to say, I like it so much that I have haunted message board for the past two days trying to see if there are more wide-spread efforts going on to bring it back, other than the letter writing one to Sci-Fi. And believe me, this isn’t something I normally do. In fact, I have NEVER done anything like this before.

So, to the powers that be at Sci-Fi…you’ll be getting my letter early next week. Along with about ten million others, I hope!

By: Kristy

Kristy — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 02:04:27 +0000

I just sent a letter to the Sci-Fi channel, asking them to pick up Jericho-via snail mail (per request at their website).

Personally I am tired of the Nielsen Family choosing what I can and can't watch that I don't really watch much tv at all anymore. But until more people let the networks and cable channels know what they're watching, again via snail mail, skewed ratings will be the death of many decent programs.

The sad thing is, Jericho was really something different. We've had cop shows, detective shows, reality shows, game shows and inane comedies shoved down our throats for so long the shows like this are a refreshing change of pace.

I have to say, I like it so much that I have haunted message board for the past two days trying to see if there are more wide-spread efforts going on to bring it back, other than the letter writing one to Sci-Fi. And believe me, this isn't something I normally do. In fact, I have NEVER done anything like this before.

So, to the powers that be at Sci-Fi...you'll be getting my letter early next week. Along with about ten million others, I hope!

By: Chris

Chris — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 19:30:19 +0000

Done with CBS they do have some other shows that I watch but not anymore. There are many other shows that have been axed and brought back. CBS needs to give Jericho more of a chance and at a better time slot. Bye bye CBS.

By: Chris

Chris — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 19:30:19 +0000

By: Robert Seidman

Robert Seidman — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 15:36:46 +0000

Jack, but there is more BSG! Season four starts on 4/4 and they have a BSG prequel called Caprica coming in 2009.

By: Robert Seidman

Robert Seidman — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 15:36:46 +0000

Jack, but there is more BSG! Season four starts on 4/4 and they have a BSG prequel called Caprica coming in 2009.

By: James

James — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 15:06:13 +0000

Long live the Republic of Texas!

By: James

James — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 15:06:13 +0000

Long live the Republic of Texas!

By: jackaltx

jackaltx — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 14:50:44 +0000

DONE with CBS. I loved Jericho wathced every episode and have the DVD of Season 1. Come on SCi-FI with no more BSG, you can take this show and run with it!

By: jackaltx

jackaltx — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 14:50:44 +0000

DONE with CBS. I loved Jericho wathced every episode and have the DVD of Season 1. Come on SCi-FI with no more BSG, you can take this show and run with it!

By: Leslie

Leslie — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 02:19:46 +0000

I cannot believe you are canceling Jericho again.
This is a excellent show. I wait for it to come on every week.

I having been waiting this season for US of America to win. Jericho show has me crying, proud, angry (the stupid flag that is not the US flag), glad to see Mimi get engaged to have a family. Very angry the deaf girl was killed, but proud of her for defending her family and land.

Why can’t you find a place to put it where it has a chance to get a good rating? There are so many shows that are repeating, again and again, I would think you could find a time slot.

There is so much garbage and trash on TV we have only3 current shows we watch, (which are not reality tv shows) and old shows on TV Land.

We are watching less and less on TV. Why….too much junk. I don’t want to see any more people sing, dance, lose weight. reunions,
giving roses for “sex”, living in a house with people you don’t know, redo houses so people cannot afford them later, Oprah decide who is worthy.. have not watched and will not watch.
Dr. Phil to tell you how to live and what to do…yet he has an ex wife..People calling each other names on trash talk shows.

I work hard all down, when I turn the tv…(more and more I read books and leave the tv off) I want to enjoy the show, something to make me laugh…that is not filthy tv,

Bring BACK JERICHO…It could be a great show for years….

Please take into considerations your custom feelings.

This show could go on for 5 to 7 years easily. There are so many story lines.

By: Leslie

Leslie — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 02:19:46 +0000

I cannot believe you are canceling Jericho again.
This is a excellent show. I wait for it to come on every week.

I having been waiting this season for US of America to win. Jericho show has me crying, proud, angry (the stupid flag that is not the US flag), glad to see Mimi get engaged to have a family. Very angry the deaf girl was killed, but proud of her for defending her family and land.

Why can't you find a place to put it where it has a chance to get a good rating? There are so many shows that are repeating, again and again, I would think you could find a time slot.

There is so much garbage and trash on TV we have only3 current shows we watch, (which are not reality tv shows) and old shows on TV Land.

We are watching less and less on TV. Why....too much junk. I don't want to see any more people sing, dance, lose weight. reunions,
giving roses for "sex", living in a house with people you don't know, redo houses so people cannot afford them later, Oprah decide who is worthy.. have not watched and will not watch.
Dr. Phil to tell you how to live and what to do...yet he has an ex wife..People calling each other names on trash talk shows.

I work hard all down, when I turn the tv...(more and more I read books and leave the tv off) I want to enjoy the show, something to make me laugh...that is not filthy tv,

Bring BACK JERICHO...It could be a great show for years....

Please take into considerations your custom feelings.

This show could go on for 5 to 7 years easily. There are so many story lines.

By: ClassicTVnut

ClassicTVnut — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 01:35:45 +0000

Does anyone have the numbers for the Season 1 Reruns on The SciFi Channel?

By: ClassicTVnut

ClassicTVnut — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 01:35:45 +0000

Does anyone have the numbers for the Season 1 Reruns on The SciFi Channel?

By: Kari

Kari — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 00:13:41 +0000

Nielson’s ratings are flawed. Now if EVERYONE in America had that little black box, the numbers would have been through the roof. But since they only count the people with the little black boxes, the numbers aren’t nearly HALF of the people who actually watched it. I am with many of you, I will no longer watch ANY CBS programming and will try my hardest to find a CABLE station to put JERICHO on!!!

By: Kari

Kari — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 00:13:41 +0000

Nielson's ratings are flawed. Now if EVERYONE in America had that little black box, the numbers would have been through the roof. But since they only count the people with the little black boxes, the numbers aren't nearly HALF of the people who actually watched it. I am with many of you, I will no longer watch ANY CBS programming and will try my hardest to find a CABLE station to put JERICHO on!!!

By: Pam Thompson

Pam Thompson — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 19:17:01 +0000

“Only” 6 mil viewers? How many watch The Biggest Loser or some of those other “loser” reality and sit-com shows? And how do “they” get the numbers of viewers? How about those folks who record it and watch it later or a second time? Who at CBS has it in for Jericho anyhow? And just how many shows have been brought back by ardent fans – 2? If not peanuts, then what? Any ideas? This show has tons of potential with terrific characters and plot elements. PLEASE DON’T CANCEL! And let’s figure out some way to get to CBS and change, once again, the collective minds of the powers-that-be. Perhaps another network could pick up the show with its writers and cast members so it can go on. And what in the world can CBS replace Jericho with that would make me turn my TV to CBS? CBS used to be about the only station I watched; now, I find myself turning more and more to cable channels.

By: Pam Thompson

Pam Thompson — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 19:17:01 +0000

“Only” 6 mil viewers? How many watch The Biggest Loser or some of those other “loser” reality and sit-com shows? And how do “they” get the numbers of viewers? How about those folks who record it and watch it later or a second time? Who at CBS has it in for Jericho anyhow? And just how many shows have been brought back by ardent fans – 2? If not peanuts, then what? Any ideas? This show has tons of potential with terrific characters and plot elements. PLEASE DON'T CANCEL! And let's figure out some way to get to CBS and change, once again, the collective minds of the powers-that-be. Perhaps another network could pick up the show with its writers and cast members so it can go on. And what in the world can CBS replace Jericho with that would make me turn my TV to CBS? CBS used to be about the only station I watched; now, I find myself turning more and more to cable channels.

By: Aw, Nuts: JERICHO Goes the Way of All Flesh « TV BACON

Aw, Nuts: JERICHO Goes the Way of All Flesh « TV BACON — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 22:29:07 +0000

[...] who fought almost as hard for survival as the characters did. While it’s hard to argue with ratings lower than those that got Jericho cancelled in the first place, it’s frustrating to imagine loyal [...]

By: Jericho, Nuked Again? — TV Verdict

Jericho, Nuked Again? — TV Verdict — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 15:37:25 +0000

[...] from lagging ratings, CBS’s apocalyptic drama currently resides on “the bubble,” but the outlook is [...]

By: joel

joel — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 02:05:49 +0000

if jericho gets dropped because of its numbers then i hope sci-fi will pick up this great show it would be a shame if jericho was cancelled for good and if the sci-fi channell picked up the show skeet would be essential no skeet no jericho

By: joel

joel — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 02:05:49 +0000

By: Bubba

Bubba — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 13:07:11 +0000

I think they really did not know whether the show would be continued or not, but in my opinion, placing it in the 9:00 time slot was going to sink its ratings.

I think the plot branches are:

1. “Revolution” – Jake starts the revolution and it is continued into a new season
2. “Stop the Bomb” – Jake helps Hawkins stop the bomb and reveal the conspiracy

I thought you could tell last night by the way the episode spent so much time on the visions Jake had leading to revolution, only to then see him team with Hawkins to go to Cheyenne.

Bottom line: show’s done. But… wouldn’t it be awesome if SciFi picked it up, ran Season 2 from the start, picked the “Revolution” ending, and continued witha third season. Any hint of that – anyone?

By: Bubba

Bubba — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 13:07:11 +0000

I think they really did not know whether the show would be continued or not, but in my opinion, placing it in the 9:00 time slot was going to sink its ratings.

I think the plot branches are:

1. "Revolution" - Jake starts the revolution and it is continued into a new season
2. "Stop the Bomb" - Jake helps Hawkins stop the bomb and reveal the conspiracy

I thought you could tell last night by the way the episode spent so much time on the visions Jake had leading to revolution, only to then see him team with Hawkins to go to Cheyenne.

Bottom line: show's done. But... wouldn't it be awesome if SciFi picked it up, ran Season 2 from the start, picked the "Revolution" ending, and continued witha third season. Any hint of that - anyone?

By: Tim

Tim — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 11:41:03 +0000

I don’t believe they ever really intended to continue the show past this season’s episodes.

By: Tim

Tim — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 11:41:03 +0000

I don't believe they ever really intended to continue the show past this season's episodes.

By: Link and Zelda Dude

Link and Zelda Dude — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 03:01:23 +0000

hey all, bad news. i just read at spoilertv website that… this is hard… well… god i hate this news… he has a insider at CBS and he confirmed they will be showing the non-cliffhanger ending… so… damm… Jericho is done… Hey, insted of sending CBS nuts, LET’S KICK THEM IN THE NUTS!

By: Link and Zelda Dude

Link and Zelda Dude — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 03:01:23 +0000

By: Jericho - Seite 6 - SciFi-Forum

Jericho - Seite 6 - SciFi-Forum — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 09:48:10 +0000

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By: PC

PC — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 23:02:45 +0000

By andrea belous on Feb 29, 2008 | Reply

How do Networks know how many people are watching a show. I think Nielsen families are an urban legend. I have never heard of one let alone known one. Do they actually exist? How many are there? Other than logging on to a Networks website how do they know anyone is watching?They claim increasing viewership will keep a show from being canceled but how will they know. Please answer as no one ever can give me an answer to this. Thnks

Andrea, yes Nielson families really do exist….I was one of them about 4yrs ago….I’m not saying it’s a accurate system but I wanted to answer your question!

JERICHO ROCKS!!!!!

By: PC

PC — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 23:02:45 +0000

By andrea belous on Feb 29, 2008 | Reply

How do Networks know how many people are watching a show. I think Nielsen families are an urban legend. I have never heard of one let alone known one. Do they actually exist? How many are there? Other than logging on to a Networks website how do they know anyone is watching?They claim increasing viewership will keep a show from being canceled but how will they know. Please answer as no one ever can give me an answer to this. Thnks

Andrea, yes Nielson families really do exist....I was one of them about 4yrs ago....I'm not saying it's a accurate system but I wanted to answer your question!

JERICHO ROCKS!!!!!

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Thu, 13 Mar 2008 18:54:21 +0000

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By: Jesse

Jesse — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 06:40:38 +0000

Jericho is the only show I’ve watched regularly and fervently on television in the last 8 years. No other show has even made me consider turning the set on. As a law student I have little free time, but I will always make room for Jericho. It is a GREAT departure from the typical crap generally available that the mindless masses seem to gobble up with insatiable appetites. Unfortunately, those masses are what make the money for the networks and good quality programming like Jericho I guess can’t compete =/

By: Jesse

Jesse — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 06:40:38 +0000

Jericho is the only show I've watched regularly and fervently on television in the last 8 years. No other show has even made me consider turning the set on. As a law student I have little free time, but I will always make room for Jericho. It is a GREAT departure from the typical crap generally available that the mindless masses seem to gobble up with insatiable appetites. Unfortunately, those masses are what make the money for the networks and good quality programming like Jericho I guess can't compete =/

By: Robert Seidman

Robert Seidman — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 18:50:34 +0000

Hanncoll: My theory is pretty simple: shows like this don’t have a huge mainstream appeal. Neither does the Star Trek franchise, the Stargate franchise or Battlestar Galactica. All shows with Internet buzz, rabid fans, etc.

My guess is that what hurt Jericho the most is that the first 3/4th of season 1 were not done all that well and viewers bled away.

As to the CW (or SciFi for that matter): I don’t know the economics well enough to know if they can produce the show and still make profits on those networks. My sense is that they could, but it would require everyone involved making less money. How much less and whether it’s worth it is data I simply don’t have available to form a truly informed opinion.

By: Robert Seidman

Robert Seidman — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 18:50:34 +0000

Hanncoll: My theory is pretty simple: shows like this don't have a huge mainstream appeal. Neither does the Star Trek franchise, the Stargate franchise or Battlestar Galactica. All shows with Internet buzz, rabid fans, etc.

My guess is that what hurt Jericho the most is that the first 3/4th of season 1 were not done all that well and viewers bled away.

As to the CW (or SciFi for that matter): I don't know the economics well enough to know if they can produce the show and still make profits on those networks. My sense is that they could, but it would require everyone involved making less money. How much less and whether it's worth it is data I simply don't have available to form a truly informed opinion.

By: hanncoll

hanncoll — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 18:38:49 +0000

Robert, any theories as to why Jericho has been leeching viewers steadily since its premiere? With all the media attention after the show was brought back from the dead (you can’t buy that kind of publicity!), I would’ve thought ratings would’ve been much higher. Alternative ways of watching the show could allow for a somewhat higher viewership, but it’s difficult to explain a 50 percent drop from the first season premiere.

I think your suggestion earlier about the CW picking up the show is a good one. Any chance of that becoming a reality, do you think?

By: hanncoll

hanncoll — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 18:38:49 +0000

Robert, any theories as to why Jericho has been leeching viewers steadily since its premiere? With all the media attention after the show was brought back from the dead (you can't buy that kind of publicity!), I would've thought ratings would've been much higher. Alternative ways of watching the show could allow for a somewhat higher viewership, but it's difficult to explain a 50 percent drop from the first season premiere.

I think your suggestion earlier about the CW picking up the show is a good one. Any chance of that becoming a reality, do you think?

By: Robert Seidman

Robert Seidman — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 18:08:04 +0000

ClassicTV, good idea. I can add the LIVE+7 numbers in a few weeks after the fact (we only have #s for the 2/12 and 2/19 episode) I will add those #s in to the table above at some point soon until then, you can find them by looking at the Most Watched on DVRs category (look for he top time-shifted BROADCAST posts).

By: Robert Seidman

Robert Seidman — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 18:08:04 +0000

By: classictvnut

classictvnut — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 17:47:31 +0000

Hey, why don’t you include the time-shifting numbers for season 2?

By: classictvnut

classictvnut — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 17:47:31 +0000

Hey, why don't you include the time-shifting numbers for season 2?